What is an Employment Authorization Document (EAD)?
An Employment Authorization Document (EAD) is a legal document issued by the U.S. government that serves as a proof of permission to lawfully work in the United States. These documents are issued to foreign nationals who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. This includes family immigrants who are seeking lawful status under immigration law. In California, an EAD is required for immigrants to work in the US. The EAD is issued when an immigrant family files the Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization. The EAD is typically valid for up to a year and may be renewed upon request. To be eligible for an EAD, the immigrant family must have a pending application for lawful permanent residence (green card). The immigrant must also have an approved Form I-485 Adjustment of Status application or a Form I-130 Petition for Alien Relative from a family member. Additionally, the immigrant must be lawfully present in the U.S. and have all required documents and paperwork. In California, foreign nationals who hold an EAD can work legally for any employer and for any length of time. This includes the ability to take on more than one job if desired. The EAD also allows the foreign national to apply for a valid Social Security number, which can be used to open a bank account and apply for educational programs and more.
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